HPGE3, Canicada, Portugal
Located in the National Park of Peneda - Geres, in the parish of Canicada and 3kms from the Canicada Dam, this Quinta consists of a harmonious set of several buildings inserted in the rural environment, where granite and wood stand out as characteristic and distinctive elements. Manor house of the 17th Century (former residence of Captain Mor), all rooms have central heating, private bathroom, television and panoramic views of the Cavado / Geres valley. Canicada is one of the gateways into the impressive Peneda - Geres national park where there are numerous walking trails, ancient granite villages, spa towns, waterfalls and thermal springs. Down below the village, the Albufeira de Canicada, is the park's centre for all kinds of water sports.
There are eight double spacious rooms and suites with en-suite bathrooms, double beds and TV. All have stone walls and are decorated in a traditional style. Some have balcony and panorami views of the Cavado/Geres Valley.
Outdoor pool with sun loungers surrounded by garden and terrace with chairs and tables. Shared lounge/TV area. There is a chapel and a games room with a fireplace and a piano. Free private parking.
Breakfast is served daily. The on-site restaurant offers a diverse menu of traditional Portuguese dishes. Meals are available by prior arrangement at hotel.
The village of Canicada in the municipality of Vieira do Minho, literally rolls down from its leafy ridge to the fantastic lake of Albufeira de Canicada (offering all kinds of water sports) and is one of the gateways to the impressive national park of Peneda Geres, considered by UNESCO to be a world biosphere reserve. There is a bar and simple restaurant near Quinta de Barbedo and a bar and restaurant at the Pousada de Sao Bento nearby, but for more choice, there is a good selection around the Albufeira de Canicada and at Vieira do Minho where you have all facilities. The historic city of Braga and World Heritage Guimaraes are just 30 kms away and the interesting spa town of Chaves makes a good day trip.Walking in the protected Peneda-Geres Natural park, an impressive area of 70,000 hectares, stretching to the northern border with Spain. There are more than 100 unspoilt granite villages amidst the peaks, oak and pine forests and rivers and waterfalls. Thrilling flora and fauna. There are hiking trails from 1 km – 30 km, all signposted throughout the park.
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